High School Diploma or equivalent
Community Health Worker certification, or willingness to complete within one year
Minimum of 2 years of experience working in human services and navigating community-based resources
Job Functions
Develop a wholistic view of patient needs related to Social Determinants of Health
Identify existing barriers to engagement with necessary resources and supports
Provide education around maintenance of chronic health conditions, as well as available options for behavioral care and social support
Serve as liaison between the patient and the direct care providers, assisting in navigating both internal and external systems
Initiate care planning and subsequent action steps for high-risk members, coordinating with interdisciplinary team
Supporting patients' self-determination, motivate patients to meet the health goals they have identified
Conduct Transitions of Care for Observation stays
Refer patient to necessary services and supports
This field may include but is not limited to: assistance with transportation, food insecurity, navigation of and application for benefits including, Medicaid, HCBS, working to reduce costs associated with prescription medications, organizing schedules of follow up appointments, alleviating social isolation
Perform all other duties and responsibilities as required This role has a mobile presence, involving travel to patients' homes, treatment facilities and community-based settings, and assigned clinics to facilitate connections.
Workstyle: Combination in clinic and field, local travel to meet with members
Location: Must reside in Raleigh/Durham
Hours: Must be able to work a 40-hour work week, Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, over-time may be requested to meet business needs.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
"What is your desired salary? Please do not state negotiable, put a range you are comfortable with."
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
Working in Human services: 1 year (Required)
Navigating Community Based Resources: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Preferred)
Community Health Worker Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Raleigh, NC 27604 (Required)
Work Location: In person